Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake, M.P.
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Speeches 248 #18 of 225·#2 in party
Attendance 6/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 95 speeches
Last spoke 20 May 2026 in Procedural
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Speech history
248 speeches- 20 May 2026 AI summary The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake stated that the issue under discussion should not be attributed to an error by the Court. His remark appears to clarify responsibility in the context of a judicial or legal matter being debated. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Justice & Human Rights Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake briefly challenged the position being taken regarding a letter from the Secretary-General. He appeared to question what course of action would follow if that letter were not accepted, indicating a procedural dispute over the status or recognition of the document. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake briefly stated that all present are Members of Parliament, addressing the Leader of the House. No specific policy issue, proposal, or question was raised. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake briefly raised the matter of the Bribery Commission. The available transcript is incomplete and contains no further details on any specific allegation, question, or proposal. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Corruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake began referring to a letter while addressing the Leader of the House, but the provided excerpt contains no substantive details about its content, context, or any proposal or demand. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake raised a question of privilege regarding his inability to travel overseas for a Chinese Ministry of Commerce programme for Sri Lankan MPs from 25 May to 5 June 2026. He stated that his passport is held by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court in connection with Bribery Commission-related cases, and that despite submitting the parliamentary and Chinese invitation documents through counsel, continued objections by Commission officials have hindered the release of the passport even with a proposed Rs. 1 million cash bail. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Justice & Human RightsParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake stated that he had informed the Leader of the House, the Minister of Justice, and the Secretary-General the previous day that his parliamentary privileges were being violated. He raised the matter as a procedural concern before the House. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake referred to an incident from the previous day in which he brought a letter to the Speaker and was removed from the Chamber on the grounds of obstruction. He appeared to contest the handling of that incident, though the excerpt ends before any substantive request or argument is developed. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake sought permission to raise a question of privilege during the parliamentary proceedings. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake informed the Speaker that he had submitted a question of privilege the previous day and requested permission to raise it in the House that day. Procedural: Motions and Privilege Matter Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake indicated that he would proceed to ask the question before the House. Oral Answers to Questions (Q.1-Q.7) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake said war remembrance should continue, but raised concerns about alleged links between public figures and diaspora networks, and criticized the Government’s handling of vehicle import restrictions and fuel price announcements. He questioned practices at CIABOC, urged resolution of recruitment issues affecting Kotelawala Defence University medical graduates, and called for action on matters including the Nuwara Eliya Golf Course, student accommodation at South Eastern University, unused railway quarters, and illegal structures in Kotmale/Nuwara Eliya. He also demanded urgent support for SLTB depots facing shortages of tyres, diesel and funds, and appealed for measures to protect Buddhism and avoid inquiries or actions he said could undermine Buddhist institutions. Debate: Second Reading of Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill and Committee Stage InfrastructureJustice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 6 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake raised concerns over the Sports Ministry preventing Sri Lanka’s junior volleyball teams from attending the CAVA championship, delays in restoring upcountry railway services, and alleged government statements undermining the judiciary. He called for implementation of the Budget promise to make eligible casual workers permanent, changes to women police recruitment age and qualification criteria, and reconsideration of the digital ID project involving an Indian company. He also demanded investigations into land permit renewal delays and alleged corruption, publication of beneficiary lists for government loan and housing claims, and urged that Neville Fernando Hospital remain under Health Ministry oversight rather than be transferred to the Air Force. Debate: Rescue, Rehabilitation and Insolvency (Corporate and Personal) Bill - Second Reading Public FinanceCorruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 5 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake urged early public awareness and preparation for the forthcoming Grade 6 education reforms to avoid problems experienced previously, including controversy over the removal of History. He asked whether the reported USD 300 million World Bank funding for reforms had been received, and called for teacher training, textbook printing, and module preparation to be completed by December for implementation in January. Oral Questions Q.7-Q.9: Education Statistics, Aquaculture, CEB and SriLankan Airlines Education Read →
- 5 May 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake asked the Prime Minister about the implementation of the new education reforms, noting that Grade 1 began in 2026 and Grade 2 is expected in 2027 amid earlier controversy over modules. He sought confirmation that the reforms will proceed in 2027 and asked whether teacher training, funding to Provincial Education Offices, and textbook printing have been completed to avoid a recurrence of previous problems. Oral Questions Q.7-Q.9: Education Statistics, Aquaculture, CEB and SriLankan Airlines Education Read →
- 10 April 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake criticized the Government for focusing on past administrations despite holding a large mandate, and urged it to address issues arising since 2024. Referring to the resignation letter of the Lanka Coal Company Chairman, he argued that responsibility for the coal controversy should not be placed solely on the General Manager and said the relevant Minister and Secretary should also be held accountable if arrests are made. He also cited recent political controversies involving no-confidence motions and defended past power projects, warning the Government not to impose power cuts on citizens or obstruct energy development while later claiming credit. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Corruption & Governance ReformInfrastructureLaw & Order Read →
- 9 April 2026 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dassanayake criticized the Government for focusing on cosmetic improvements to the Colombo bus terminal while failing to repair the damaged up-country railway line and restore services. During the debate on extending the State of Emergency, he urged protection of local entrepreneurs and industries, citing the police shoe procurement issue, delays and alleged irregularities in SVAT refunds, and concerns over removing cess on 2,600 imported items under HS codes. He also questioned delays in issuing passports, identity cards and vehicle number plates, warned that import liberalization could undermine domestic production and drain foreign exchange, and raised concerns about factory closures and irregularities at the Foreign Employment Bureau. Debate on Regulations under Defence Acts and Extension of State of Emergency AgricultureCost of LivingInfrastructure Read →
- 9 April 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake opened his allotted 15-minute speaking time by addressing the Deputy Chairperson of Committees. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or argument was raised in the provided excerpt. Debate on Regulations under Defence Acts and Extension of State of Emergency Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 March 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake questioned the Government’s claims that shortages and economic pressures are easing, arguing that fuel and gas issues persist and that the Middle East conflict could reduce tourism, exports, remittances and reserves by large amounts if it continues. He urged the Government to develop alternative economic plans, clarify claims that Sara Jasmine is alive, and address allegations involving the Bribery Commission. He opposed giving the full Motor Traffic Department database to a third party for a QR system and proposed using revenue licence data instead, while also warning that removing CESS could harm domestic small industries. He further raised concerns about SLAS cadre implications following a court decision and called for gazettes to resume teacher training college intakes to address teacher shortages. Adjournment Debate (Continuation): Effects of Current Global Situation on Our Economy Foreign AffairsPublic FinanceCost of Living Read →
- 20 March 2026 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake asked who benefits more from the 90-day free visa arrangement with the Maldives, noting that many Maldivians travel to Sri Lanka primarily for medical treatment rather than tourism. He sought clarification on whether the policy advantages Sri Lankans or Maldivians more. Oral Question: Sri Lankan-Maldivian Tourism and Travel (Q.1311/2025) HealthcareForeign Affairs Read →